5:00pm

Hey, I'm Grump! I'm Not So Grump! And we're a Game Grumps intro panel, dedicated to informing the soon-to-be Lovelies about the Let's Play channel taking the format by storm. Of course, it wouldn't be a GG panel without some wolfjobs and Burgies, so strap in... we're playing the feud!

5:00pm

"The Chumps" invade Youmacon! Brought to you by the heads of such panels as "Chumps Stump You!" and "Stump the Chumps!", it's time for another round of good ol' fashioned anime trivia. We tease your mind with questions about anime both new and old and for those of you who can prove your mental might, we've got swag by the suitcase-full to reward you. So come on down for fun, facts, and free stuff! Hope to see you there!

6:00pm

Have you ever wanted to become a Twitch broadcaster? Tritemare is here to help! He will discuss everything from downloading and setting up stream software, determining what equipment you need, to how to build your brand and community. If you've ever wanted to try live streaming out, now is the time. After this panel you will be ready to begin your journey as a Twitch broadcaster.

6:00pm

Cons are weird, there are a ton of questions you don't know to ask until you get there. What's a Wintergarden? Is Artist's Alley in an actual alley? Will someone ever tell me what the VAT is?! We'll answer all these questions at more at How to Con 7. There will be prizes, laughs, and the 2015 Youmacon Platinum Baller Award. Start your weekend off with the REAL opening ceremony panel, How to Con 7!

6:30pm

Do you love Yu-Gi-Oh!, but don't really play the card game? Did you grow up with the show and monthly Shounen Jump issues? Do you just collect the cards for fun? Well, then this panel is just for you! Join us as we look back fondly on the old and celebrate the new, while sharing the memories that make Yu-Gi-Oh! so special to us.

7:30pm

8:00pm

Want to cosplay but have limited sewing skills and not a lot of money? Learn how to choose a cosplay and break it down into simple pieces to thrift. Also learn about products you can buy to modify the fit and appearance to make a great cosplay!

8:00pm

An introduction to the internet world's vast culture of waifuism. This panel discusses not only what a waifu, but also it's history, context, and some of the wider cultures that have spread from this internet and anime phenomenon.

9:00pm

9:30pm

Not sure why many people don't visit your dream town? Need help picking a theme? Not sure where to start? Well come on over! All the tips and tricks you need to know to make your town perfect. Don't have animal crossing? No problem! Mini games based on video game will be there. Fun for everyone!

11:00pm

An overview of some of the terrible Sonic the Hedgehog fanfictions and Sonic fanart that help to remind us of why we love this franchise. Amid the fanfiction readings we will look at terrible fanart, talk about the Elise x Sonic kiss (that actually happened) and of course discuss the Shrek x Shadow fanfiction out there. Candy available for those willing to read aloud! Just kidding! Everyone gets candy.

2:30pm

You've heard of the headless Dullahan trying to find her head, teenagers fighting gang wars, strongman bartenders, and informants who surely like to stick their nose in everyone's business, but with DRRRX2 now airing, we have a lot more stories and characters to talk about! Come join both DRRR!! & DRRRX2 characters discuss the show, and answer some questions!

2:30pm

A safe environment for Anime addicts to talk to other addicts. Anime Addicts Anonymous is a local mutual aid fellowship. AAA states that its primary purpose is to help Anime addicts "to stay level headed and help other addicts achieve sanity". (This panel is intended only for fun, also group games and icebreakers will be played)

3:00pm

3:00pm

If you've ever wanted to bboy(break) but never knew how to start, feel free to swing on by and learn the foundation of being a bboy. Hiphop plays a huge role in some major animes including Cowboy Bebop, Air Gear, and samurai Champloo, so why not learn the dancing art? Ran by Ryzen Xia of Rekless Krew L.A./Chicago.

3:00pm

3:00pm

We all know what Pokemon is, and all remember how everyone was obsessed with these little creatures in the 90s, but why has it stayed popular? Why hasn't this fad ever died? Better yet, is Pokemon even a fad? Come to this lecture/discussion to learn something you maybe hadn't thought of before about Pokemon!

3:00pm

Based on the popular TV show, we take improv and throw an anime theme on it. Even going so far as to create some brand new games to play for you. This is a fun, high energy show that, if you enjoy improv, you won't want to miss.

3:00pm

3:00pm

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you got a group of artists together and had them draw your favorite characters in 60 seconds COMPLETELY from memory? Come join us put our all (or none) into drawing audience-picked characters and laugh at them for their end abominat--er, products! And for those of you in the audience who feel like showing off your drawing skills, we encourage you to join us in a rotation to give everyone a good laugh!

3:00pm

3:30pm

The six-time Harvey Award nominated husband and wife action faction Comfort and Adam will not only talk about how to draw a great comic/manga page, but will draw a new page on the spot with the audience. The seminar will be broken into two halves: first, Comfort and Adam will take you through the most important basics of drawing great sequential art pages. In the second, they will invite audience participation in creating a short 1-page story which will be designed and drawn on the spot. Our placement in Artist Alley is C 19-20where you can meet us and get things signed all weekend long!

3:30pm

Ever wanted to get into online roleplaying? Need some advice in your game? Just want to talk about character building and worldbuilding? You've found the right place! We're your guide for everything in the world of online roleplaying.

3:30pm

Everyone has a game they love, a game they can't find fault with, a game that is simply perfect. Well that game sucks and we're here to tell you why. The sacred game barbecue returns to Youmacon this weekend to tear apart your favorites and leave you laughing. You might never look at your favorite game the same ever again! Just be sure to leave your feelings at the door because this is all just for fun!

4:00pm

4:00pm

How to be an Otaku is back and crazier then ever! Come and enjoy the basics of being an Otaku. While getting to play some games and interact with other Otakus. Everyone is welcome, Otakus of all fandoms! So I hope to see you there!

4:00pm

4:30pm

Anime Character Bingo!- Exactly what it sounds like. Test your anime knowledge. The game will get progressively harder as the panel goes on, with levels ranging from easy to impossible. Everyone can play throughout the whole panel. For every win, you get candy, and, best of all, bragging rights!

4:30pm

From Akira to Dragon Ball Z, hear the latest news, info, and announcements from North America's largest anime distributor—FUNimation. Live tweet with us using the hashtag #FUNimationPanel for a chance to win prizes!

4:30pm

A discussion diving into the philosophy of Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex. We will analyze the effects cyberization and the Net have on society and one's Ghost. Using an Eastern philosophical perspective, we will be discussing various philosophers such as Hajime Nakamura, Dogen and Dharmakirti to form a Stand Alone Complex!

5:00pm

5:00pm

If you're looking for a JRPG about spiky-haired heroes saving the world, this panel isn't for you. Come discuss the Atelier series, where young female protagonists hold down a day job as JRPG alchemists!

5:00pm

Do you know which character has a Failure to Launch poster in their room? Or have an idea on what the best homestuck track is? Come debate and learn in this interactive discussion panel, and learn a few things about this wild ride of a webcomic along the way

5:00pm

Currently spanning over nine games, this best-selling franchise has been going on for almost fifteen years now. Talk about your favorite characters, be they defense attorneys, prosecutors, or something else. Talk about the world, the parallels between the game and the Japanese legal system, and the way localization affected certain aspects of the world. It'll be a fine time!

5:00pm

We all believe in Steven, that much is certain. But, just WHY do we love Steven Universe so much? Stop in as we pull apart the series and discuss just how groundbreaking it truly is, while getting a chance to love your favorites! Just remember to do it for her... erm, him, and show your devotion!

5:30pm

5:30pm

Do you like Idol culture? Then get ready for idols EVERYWHERE! During our panel, we will be discussing Japanese culture and the impact that the idol industry has had, not only overseas, but here in America as well. Featured topics will be dancing idols, Chika idols, Akiba idols, and major label idols, as well as Love Live!, the international anime phenomenon. So if you enjoy cute costumes, adorable songs, and energetic dancing, this is the place for you! Nico Nico Ni~

6:00pm

Want to get more out of your anime? Come for this comprehensive breakdown of all the creative elements that go into creating an anime! We will look at elements of design, animation, soundscaping, plot, writing, and more! This will have a lot of clips,and plenty of room for discussion!

6:00pm

6:00pm

Nerd Life Roundtable Podcast is a podcast where four nerds from different backgrounds come together to talk about life, love and fandom. We cover everything Nerdy in the news and we love to share our opinions with the world! Nerd Life Roundtable is the collaborative show of all the hosts from shows on the Nerd Life Podcast Network.

6:00pm

6:30pm

A film analysis and discussion about Mamoru Oshii's films Ghost in the Shell and Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence. Using an Eastern philosophical perspective, we will reference various theories from Buddhism and Hajime Nakamura to answer the questions Ghost in the Shell asks of us.

7:00pm

7:00pm

A panel that covers basics that everyone should know about anime cons and the raves: dance circles, safety, hygiene, confidence, etc. etc. Whether you're a rave veteran and want to share your input, or a rookie to the animecon/rave scene, swing on by! Ran by Rekless Krew L.A./Chicago.

7:00pm

7:30pm

Have you ever wanted to create your very own Iron Man suit, or have some of that cool gravity defying armor your favorite anime character wears? Come and learn everything you need to know about getting ready to suit up and dive into making your first build!

7:30pm

Do you have an amazing video game collection? Are you the proud owner of a piece of gaming history? Our panel of gaming industry members, archivists, and preservationists want to see it! Show off the treasures from your collection or even your finds in the dealers room as our team talk about some of our own! Join us this weekend for Total Classics Roadshow! Lil B might curse your collection if you don't!

7:30pm

Prepare your pip boys and your stimpacks, it’s time to venture out into the atomic wasteland. Join us as we talk about the Fallout universe in a fun, audience driven panel. Take the G.O.A.T., choose your faction, participate in voice acting and character impersonations, discuss the intense moral choices that the game has to offer, participate in The Wild Wasteland Interactive Survival Game, Name That Fallout Tune, Vault Boy Drawing Contest, and more! Remember, war NEVER changes.

7:30pm

Remember the old dating game tv show? Well we put an Anime spin on it. Come be entertained as our bachelors and bachelorettes compete for the attention of one lucky guy or lady. Prizes and fun to be had. Be sure to bring your ID. This panel is 18+

8:00pm

8:00pm

Death Note characters take the roles of this interpretation of the party game where you must work with a team who could betray you at any time. In each round, the randomly chosen Kira anonymously removes a player, then all remaining players deliberate who should be sacrificed in the hopes of eliminating Kira. The rules will be explained, so prior knowledge of the game and the series is not necessary. Can the investigators defeat Kira without falling prey to the Death Note?

8:30pm

Do you like fanime, want to watch it with a group? Or want to make your friends watch it? Well you're in luck, because here you can do just that. We can see for ourselves what is the good, the bad, and the kawaii desu.

9:00pm

Want to learn how to make chainmail? Of course you do. In this panel, we will teach the traditional European four-in-one weave, used for armor from the Roman Empire through middle ages, and send you home with a small piece forged by your own hands.There will be a ten dollar materials fee to participate in this panel, but any may observe for free.

9:00pm

9:00pm

Show off your love of nerd culture by singing your favorite nerdy song. Whether it be the opening to your favorite anime or something from My Little Pony. We should be able to obtain any song you wish to sing, but if you are unsure, bringing your own media device (CD, usb drive, etc) is incredibly helpful.

9:30pm

We will be discussing the music created by ZUN for the Touhou series. This will cover the originals used in the game series to the newest Comiket releases of Touhou cover music, including a wide range of genres such as: Metal, Jazz, Classical to even Trap. This is a PV heavy panel promoting open discussion on the circles, animations and how it is all connected to the never ending fandom that' known as Touhou.

10:00pm

10:00pm

A panel discussing favorite female video game characters and why they are so awesome. From Lara Croft and Samus, to Jade from Beyond Good and Evil. Even Glados. We're tired of seeing every list of female video game characters being about who is the "hottest". Let's celebrate these awesome women because of the amount of ass they kick! We will throw in some trivia and prizes to keep it interactive, and will encourage discussion, questions, and suggestions.

10:00pm

Which makes you feel more in control, Forza or Kingdom Hearts? Which has a better soundtrack, Madden 2016 or Jet Set RadioW? Which elicits a stronger emotional reaction, Uncharted or Earthbound? We'll answer all these questions and more at Metagame! Youmacon's original video game debate panel. Our seasoned pros will go head to head, and then the audience will get their chance to take on our pros!

10:00pm

We've all had that awkward conversation with our close friends and family about our first crush. The one who sat next to us in Elementary school, right? Nah. We're talking Misty from Pokemon and Sasuke from Naruto! If you got totally justified secondhand embarrassment from that comment, come down and join like-minded people and let me help you rest your guilty conscience! We will be showing all sorts of self-insert fanart, reading our great decade old fan-fictions, and remedying your sins!

10:30pm

10:30pm

Since the dawn of time, scale armor has been the coolest of all the armors. And now you too can learn how to make it! In this panel, we will teach the basic art of scale mail weaving, and send you home with a small piece of scale armor forged by your own hands.There will be a fifteen dollar materials fee to participate in this panel, but any may observe for free.

10:30pm

10:30pm

Fate/Stay Night often reinvents historical myth, but what can the original legends tell us about our favorite characters? Join us for a discussion of this legendary anime and leave with a new appreciation for Caster's love life, Saber's betrayal, and the Epic Tragedy of Gilgamesh.

10:30pm

10:30pm

Are you a bad fan? Are you sick of others being stupid and giving your community a bad name? Then come to this panel and see some of the worst stories of geek and nerds being reckless and irresponsible and what can be done about it.

11:30pm

12:00am

We will teach the basics of traditional Japanese-style Kusari weaving, a type of armor both similar to and notably different from western Chainmail. We'll teach you the basic So Kusari and Hana Kusari weaves, and send you home with a small piece forged by your own hands.There will be a ten dollar materials fee to participate in this panel, but any may observe for free.

12:00am

These characters are just cute... right? Yandere takes "Crazy in Love" to a level Beyoncé never could. Yangire is just straight up crazy. How and why are these character tropes differentiated? This panel will look at how these tropes came to be, anime characters who are well-known and less known for these personality types, and psychological analysis of these mentally disturbed characters.

12:00am

Stay up late with the sins from Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood.Maybe you'll find you fit in, maybe Father will consider you his next Greed. Find out when you meet the whole family. (Special Halloween Version)

12:30am

12:30am

Since the beginning of time (give or take), fangirls and fanboys alike have battled over the age-old question: which is better, bishie boys or bara boys? The time has come to settle the score, and we need your help! Join us as we put up our dukes and fight for which side reigns supreme. Come rally for your fave, or just come and sit in on the fun! Either way, we're gonna be lovin' some pretty boys, so don't miss out!

12:30am

1:00am

Encounter some of the Internet's most horrifying tales. Panel content includes live readings, scary videos and short films, a take-home Suggested Creepypasta guide, and a surprise or two as well. It is recommended to get cozy and bring either a friend, small blanky, or diaper.

1:30am

Have you ever wondered what's the story behind those glowing love cones, or what guys think about yaoi, bara, M/M slash, and other topics like this? Join the Rainbow Ramen Riders as we explore these questions and more! There will be games, prizes, lots of pictures, and more fun than you can shake a corncob at! Also, there will be some surprises in store for this year...

9:30am

10:00am

This panel provides a review of the technology in arcade hardware. We aim to provide you the basic knowledge of the components needed to build or collect arcade machines. We focus on real arcade hardware (not emulators). We cover cabinet hardware, game boards, various industry standards, and all the right buzz words to start searching the web for your new hobby.

10:00am

10:30am

How to win friends and influence people the panel. We'll be talking about all the different aspects of socializing at anime cons. From making friends that will last a lifetime to approaching that cute guy/girl cosplaying over there. If you're shy, introverted, or otherwise just not good at approaching others, join us and hopefully we can help you out.

11:00am

11:00am

From Asteroid to Yukon, and hyperactive Scouts to scornful Spies, Team Fortress 2 has gripped the gaming world by the legs for the greater part of 8 years. This charming FPS game has truly made it's stamp on the world of micro transactions and virtual economy, and we think its time we show some appreciation. Join us as we delve, once again, into the world where Soldiers soar almost as much as hat prices and talk about just what it means to be a merc.

11:30am

11:30am

Almost everyone knows about vocaloids and have their favorite songs but it's mostly light and poppy sounding music in the mainstream, we're gonna go underground and experience the heavy and headbanging end of the spectrum!

11:30am

Far too often, people are put down for the anime they watch, or even for just watching anime. From a girl who specializes in harems, and a former Marine who loves shoujo, we want to tell you that it's ok to watch that anime! This is a safe, supportive panel where we will discuss and overcome our experiences of prejudice within and outside of the anime community, and encourage you to be happy being yourself. Feel free to come and share stories and let out your inner nerd-do what makes you happy!

12:00pm

12:00pm

Step into the probending arena, and get ready for round 2! Join Korra and her panelists in their second year of Avatar State: An Interactive Legend of Korra panel. Choose your nation, impersonate your favorite character, debate about the Books, participate in various contests (with prizes!), learn the art of bending, compare Korra and Aang's stories, and celebrate one of the most progressive cartoons of all time. All fans are welcome to join as we walk hand in hand into the Spirit World.

12:00pm

Cosplay: For many it is a hobby and for others it is just a way to have fun once in a while but sadly there is always a dark side to every community. At some point or another cosplayers encounter bullies. In this panel we will be discussing issues that plague the cosplay community such as body and cosplay shaming, and harassment but we will also discuss convention etiquette, consent, and staying positive through it all and having an amazing time.

12:00pm

Ghouls walk freely among the human population, feeding upon those who dwell in the city of Tokyo. They are stopped only by investigators who work specifically to eliminate ghouls. But who really are the villains and who are the saviors? Everything, even up to a ghoul's appearance is not what it seems. You are encouraged to attend this panel to gather information and discuss the well-known series from Japan that is quickly becoming popular around the rest of the world!

12:00pm

Dressing in rubber suits on camera is a proud tradition in Japan, from reptiles with atomic breath to motorcycle riding, super-heroic bug-men. So strap on your super powered belt or wrist brace, and come learn about Tokusatsu!

1:00pm

1:00pm

Discussion includes the experience learned from a group of friends who decided to get together to do board game nights a year ago. Come hear what we learned and advice on playing board games outside of the "family game night" environment. Learn different styles and different types of board games, come discuss yours and our favorite board games.

2:00pm

2:00pm

A brief introduction to the world Toaru Majutsu no Index and Toaru Kagaku no Railgun. This panel will start with an overview of the Toaru world, characters, and a breakdown of the different series that it is comprised of. The panel will then move into the different forms of media (Light Novel, Anime, Manga, etc.) that have been used and the overlap between them. The final portion of the panel will cover the different plot lines of the main characters and their individual stories.

2:00pm

2:00pm

From the original Revelations, the Social era, and our Cooperative future, join us as we leave reality behind and celebrate the world of Persona! Go deeper than every before as you take part in the Mayonaka Miracle Quiz, Answer Astraroth's Questions, and maybe even try some of Fuuka's cooking.(Also no more surprises like last year.)

2:00pm

In the name of the moon, you're punished if you miss this panel! Whether you’re a new fan of Sailor Moon Crystal, or the 90s anime was your entire childhood, get ready to transform your knowledge of Sailor Moon. Join in a head-to-head discussion on what we love and hate about Sailor Moon Crystal! Relive the glory days of the original series! Share your thoughts on new English dub! We'll have cosplay and pose contests, the latest news, and more!

2:30pm

2:30pm

Everyone loves to play video games, but at $60/Title, it's hard to really game when you're on a budget. We teach you how to look for great deals, who to follow on social media, and what to look for to make sure that your deal is a good one! Who needs the newest, latest, and greatest, when there are so many titles out there that you still have yet to play!

3:00pm

Are you here for fun or for glory? Join the roster of characters as we celebrate one of Nintendo's most beloved franchises, Super Smash Bros, in an interactive, audience driven panel! Participate in the best taunt contest, duke it out, debate about the various games, discuss the influence of Smash throughout the years, hunt for Amiibos, and more! If you are ready, press start and jump into the action! It's time to tip the scales.

3:00pm

Name Not Final is a weekly radio show and podcast which takes a look gaming, tech, and the entertainment industries from an inside perspective. Join Kroze, Chris Boren (Bo) and Patrick Godwin as they pull no punches while discussing games, gadgets, movies, comics and more live from Youmacon! Will Kroze break his pun record of 22? Let's hope not.

3:30pm

This panel will discuss various TV shows, movies, and books created for children with examples of diverse representation in areas of race, gender, sexuality, and ability. While intended for children, this media and the representation they offer are beloved by people across all age groups. Examples include Steven Universe, Inside Out, Home, Frozen, How to Train Your Dragon, Heroes of Olympus, and more.

3:30pm

This will be a panel all about manga that not many people have read before. It'll feature only mangas that have not received an adaptation and as such go unnoticed by a lot of people in the anime/cosplay community. The demographics will range from shounen to josei and have varied genres. People that have read the manga will receive candy prizes and people cosplay obscure cosplays who attend the panel will also receive candy.

4:00pm

We dive into the game within a game. Leveling up skills that really don't help you, achievement hunting, and trying to get to 5 stars on Grand Theft Auto. We look into the time sinks and how developers can turn a 20 hour game into 200 hours.

4:00pm

The six-time Harvey Award nominated husband and wife action faction Comfort and Adam will not only talk about how to make a great character, but will create a new character on the spot with the audience's help. The seminar will be broken into two halves: first, Comfort and Adam will take you through the concepts of what it takes to make an awesome character. In the second, they will invite audience participation in creating a new character which will be concepted and drawn on the spot. Our placement in Artist Alley is C 19-20where you can meet us and get things signed all weekend long!

4:00pm

4:00pm

A panel to talk about the Warriors/Musou series: Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, and the crossover Warriors Orochi. Join us as we discuss Koei's famous hack-and-slash series, including Actual History as well as characters, factions, and gameplay.

4:30pm

4:30pm

Interested in Lolita fashion but don't know where to begin? Join a panel of experienced Lolitas as we give you the inside scoop on the core concepts. Everything From basic how-to outfit coordination to where to buy Lolita brand items among other tips and secrets to get you started will be covered! No previous knowledge of the fashion is required; all of your questions will be answered with this in-depth overview of one of Japan's most popular fashion subcultures!

5:00pm

Talk Underated pony to me, the panel will be showcasing and disscussing the unoticed horses in the world of MLP:FIM. to celebrate the show coming back.there will be prizes too in the trvia or Q&A happening in the middle. At the end animated previews for fananimations (based of mlp ) will be shown only at the concention.

5:00pm

5:00pm

Join FUNimation staff as we take a look at some of our personal favorites from current anime and past classics. What's your FUNimation favorite? Share it with us using the hashtag #FUNimationFave and you could win a prize!

5:00pm

Come learn anatomy and basic drawing techniques with this workshop! Sketch live models dressed in cosplay and learn with experts and novice artists alike as we go through the aspects of drawing from real life.

5:00pm

There's more to life than being ridiculously good looking, but still, how do you get a good cosplay photo? This panel is for cosplayers of all types as well as beginning photographers. Focus will be on the use of makeup, posing, and photography to make a nicer looking more 'professional' photo. This panel believes that everyone can be ridiculously good looking and wants them to have fun doing it!

5:30pm

5:30pm

The Martial Arts are comprised of varying cultural backgrounds, concepts, and techniques. Explore the progression of humanity’s fighting disciplines throughout the ages with a discussion on the who, what, where, when, and why.

5:30pm

6:00pm

The biggest online game out there needs a big time panel at Youmacon. We'll talk a little bit about everything. From pro scene to meta to solo queue as well as have a little fun with things like troll builds.

6:00pm

Join the YouTube channel SwankyBox for a trip back to the past as we discuss a slew of Nintendo 64 mysteries that a lot of us spent many hours on as kids. From Mario to Zelda, and everything in between, we cover the thrill of the hunt as it was back then and give our thoughts on it now. We’d also love to hear your own stories and encourage discussion fueled from your own childhood experiences.

6:30pm

6:30pm

This is a panel dedicated to that one character that kept you watching a terrible show. Regardless of gender, you liked them enough to continue even though every moment without them was agony. It's not their fault that their show was bad, they were just unlucky. Join us as we discuss our favorite examples of great characters from terrible shows or characters that single-handedly made a show worthwhile. Audience participation is greatly encouraged.

7:00pm

7:00pm

What do our favorite games say about us? This panel is an exploration of the various political themes found in video games. Subjects include egalitarianism, political history, Machiavellianism, forms of government, and the social contract.

No prior knowledge is necessary to participate. We'll be talking about everything from Cait Sith to Adam Smith, in Politics in Video Games!

7:00pm

Do you enjoy hypermasculine men? How about hypermasculine men who pose in impossible positions and deliver one liners faster than an episode of Law and Order? If so, then this panel is the place for you! Join us as we enter the world of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, and discover the anime that has revolutionized the shonen genre!

7:30pm

Ever find the perfect item only to later discover it was a fake? The purpose of this panel is to provide convention goers with the knowledge needed to spot and avoid bootleg or knockoff merchandise. So they will not be scammed at any convention, store or online. This will be done with descriptions of what to look for as well as examples brought into the panel room.

7:30pm

My panel is about live action video game and anime films and how they're done right. So many film makers ignore a good story driven narrative to make a successful transition to live action. I take about how the wonders of anime can be transitioned if done properly. I also plan on heavily interacting with the audience to get them involved in how to create a good story :). Heavily focusing on both a comedic aspect and community based learning.

7:30pm

EVE Online: A space faring MMORPG that makes infamous headlines for its heists, permitted 'griefing', and an epic battle resulting in IRL loss of $330,000. Panel will introduce the game and its particular culture(s), then moving on to local players trying to put a face to their corp mates, rivals, and frenemies. (or not, paper bags can be provided upon request.) Finally ‘The Meta’ will be discussed: that habit of EVE players applying their game experience to their everyday life outside the game.

8:00pm

8:00pm

Based on the TV show, we take improv and say everything you are not supposed to say while on stage. This is not the show to attend if you have ever seriously used the word triggered before. But for the rest of you, we'll be playing a lot of quick hit improv games. Some classic and some of our own making.

8:00pm

Reverse Harem Anime Series have been around for a while, did you know there are nearly 30 now? They aren't all shoujo either! This educational panel describes what a Reverse Harem Anime is and traces their history. Have a fun and fresh look at the Reverse Harem Anime's out there and what is upcoming. This panel features photos, clips, and an analysis of the genre. Time is built in for discussion too!

8:00pm

8:00pm

Do you like seeing terrifying things pop out at you? Don't need to sleep tonight? Do you like seeing people get the living *ahem* scared out of them? Then this is the panel for you! Look no further, for here is the one room that will entertain your every horror gaming need. Watch and help Stella play some horror games to kick off the night!

8:00pm

9:00pm

Growing up in the eighties, nineties, and early millennium was a weird time. While our kids programming was top notch, we certainly remember the certain episodes of shows that forever scarred our childhood. Join us as we discuss the moments in cartoons that leave everyone thinking the same thing: A network actually approved this for the viewing of children.

9:00pm

9:00pm

Have a theory about who the purple guy is? Or which animatronic is the most terrifying? Or what about when the fourth game even takes place? Come discuss these questions and more in an open-ended discussion panel. Maybe you can even try and stump our panelists with your knowledge on the game to win some prizes!

9:00pm

Ever heard about that indie bullet hell series that has taken over comiket or ever wonder about what that Bad Apple!! or McRoll'd videos were ever about? Come join us as we dive into the Touhou series and examine everything from the games, manga, and music to the thousands of fan works that are out there and still growing.

9:30pm

9:30pm

Listen up recruits and veterans alike, Titans have been spotted inside the walls and we are humanity's hope to eliminate them. Grab your uniforms, strap on your harnesses, equip your 3DMG, and head on over to briefing for more details.

10:00pm

Since the 70s, giant robots have been a unique genre to anime. Featuring stories ranging from gigantic heroes battling alien forces to realistic mecha in high school, from silly action and comedy or heart-wrenching drama, and sometimes all of this in one show. Whether you're assembling Five Star Stories models or have only seen Evangelion, come learn, discuss, and love these full metal master pieces.

10:00pm

Who are you? Do you play it loud? Wii would like to play, so get N here as we discuss the past, present and future of Nintendo, celebrate its innovations, debate its virtues, and mourn its mistakes. Touching is good, so bring your 3DS and touch generations for loads of StreetPasses! Get into it with trivia and prizes! Be warned, the best play here, so we may get a little biased when it comes to system wars.

10:30pm

Have you heard about Revolutionary Girl Utena, Mawaru Penguindrum, and Yurikuma Arashi? Do you know what they all have in common beyond their director, Kunihiko Ikuhara? If you are new to these series or have watched them all, please join this informative and discussion-worthy panel. The three series will be explored through introductions, characters, key themes and motifs, and other reasons to enjoy them.

10:30pm

11:00pm

Join Aaron David Harris, college professor and award-winning author, as he examines the narrative structure of tournament fighting games. The discussion will analysis the canon of several popular franchises such as Street Fighter, Tekken, Mortal Kombat, The King of Fighters, Killer Instinct, Dead or Alive, and many more. Topics will include plots, character archetypes, special moves, and tournament motives.

11:00pm

Need a little yaoi in your life, but can't decide were or what to start? Here the panel for you! From cute/soft to hard to oh my god, and wait that yaoi? Will be going over anime, manga, games and other things giving people choices on what we've at least seen done for the ones to shy to look into it themselves

11:30pm

Do you remember the first time you saw that special character? Maybe they were 2D, but they make your heart race all the same! Join panelists J-Cubed as we discuss all aspects of “waifu culture,” from merchandise to waifu wars to marketing gimmicks and everything in between. This year is a special, steamy “After Hours Edition” of the panel, where we can discuss doujin and other risqué materials in greater detail. Bringing your waifu/husbando is encouraged!

12:00am

It's 2015, and we certainly live in a progressive age to be sure. However, it's hard to say things are perfect. For some of us, we are just learning the challenges that others face. For most, the struggle is nothing new. Come stay a while, and listen to stories of awesome folks making positive changes, and share your own victories or hardships. Let's take our lives and hobbies back from those who seek to define it with exclusion and hatred, and help create a culture worth being a part of.

12:00am

Looking for love in all the wrong places? Come join Yuuya, Shuu, and all the other sexy foul at St. Pigeonation's! Choose your fate in love and life in this English version of the insanely popular dating sim Hatoful Boyfriend. Prizes for all who voice a birdie for us!

12:00am

Show off your love of nerd culture by singing your favorite nerdy song. Whether it be the opening to your favorite anime or something from My Little Pony. We should be able to obtain any song you wish to sing, but if you are unsure, bringing your own media device (CD, usb drive, etc) is incredibly helpful.

1:00am

G.I.S.H.W.H.E.S. - The Greatest International Scavenger Hunt the World Has Ever Seen - will give you a reason to make a bikini completely out of candy, implore world leaders to wear hats made of kale, and find a superhero willing to play bingo with the elderly. It will make you cover your body in whipped cream, honey and butter and solicit hugs from strangers. You will make friends from all around the world, and the main prize: a vacation with CW Supernatural actor, Misha Collins.

1:00am

Didn't get enough yaoi last year? Can't get enough yaoi in general? Come join us, PBJ (Pete, Bea, and Jaylynn) for a fun-filled discussion about ours and all of your obsession with yaoi. Panel includes games and contests where the grand prize is an original drawing.

1:00am

Things that go bump in the night is a Japanese horror panel for a mature audience and is not for the faint of heart. This panel will discuss the history of horror as a genre in Japan, exploring how it translates across various types of media. If you love genuinely creepy, gory, or B-horror goodness then this is the panel for you.

1:30am

Fans of Limit Break Radio rejoice! For our 9 year anniversary special, we will be roasting our beloved host: Aniero Grigori. What better way to say thank you for 9 years of entertainment, than by railing on someone for their every flaw and defect!? So whether you were a fan of the original Final Fantasy XI show, the modern Final Fantasy XIV show, or just someone who wants to see a guy lambasted for no good reason, we invite you to stop on in!

1:30am

The Ring of Steel Jedi Academy is a real world take on the training of a Jedi Knight. Learn Jedi Acrobatics, Lightsaber techniques, hand-to-hand skills, and participate in discussions on the philosophy of the Force with instructors who train in these techniques on a weekly basis.

1:30am

SPN survivor hosted by the Winchesters themselves. Audience members will be picked to try and survive their own encounter with the monsters of the supernatural series. Each choice you make is vital. If you can make it to the end and choose what monster you are hunting and the weapon you would need to win, you become an offical hunter (and get pie besides).

9:00am

9:00am

Come join two fat guys (and one skinny guy) guzzle down black cups of joe and talk about all things anime, video games, film, television and other pop culture areas.Many topics are going to be discussed including, but not limited to: a discussion on the state of video games industry from an outsider perspective, the over saturation of the film industry, and the problems with the internet.

9:30am

Let's get down to business to...sing some Disney karaoke! A playlist of popular and beloved songs from our childhoods will be played for everyone to join in! Brave souls may come up to the microphones if they wish to let their voices be heard! We're all here to have fun and just Let it Go!

10:00am

10:00am

Is there always a right answer? Join us in a thought provoking adventure as we explore the choices that cause any gamer to question their decisions. Titles that may be discussed include Life is Strange, Telltale Games, the Persona/SMT series, Catherine, Mass Effect, Dragon Age, the Fallout series, Heavy Rain, Steins;Gate, and more! We will analyze some of the most crucial decisions in gaming while making some decisions of our own through interactive audience discussions and debates!

10:00am

Remember that anime with monsters that people battled with them. Had a boy as a main character with a goal. About being the best there ever was. Oh yeah, Monster Rancher! Mon Collie Knights? Well, if your first thought wasn’t Pokemon, you may fit in at this panel where we look at mon shows that invaded America in Pokemon’s shadow.

10:30am

10:30am

The popular video game series KINGDOM HEARTS has been enthralling fans for thirteen years (and counting) on eight different platforms (and counting!). Unfortunately for casual fans, all those games share a single complicated plot. With KINGDOM HEARTS 3 on the horizon, come take a comedy-filled refresher course that explains the whole story so far. **Note: this panel will have major spoilers for all KINGDOM HEARTS games.**

10:30am

What’s “Muv-Luv”? A silly name? A Kickstarter campaign? A visual novel franchise that’s huge in Japan? A sci-fi nightmare with man-eating aliens? An acknowledged influence on “Attack on Titan”? A spinoff of the romantic drama “Rumbling Hearts”? In fact, it’s all of these things, and more. This panel will offer a history of the visual novel and anime works of âge, before and after Muv-Luv, including anime like “Total Eclipse” and the upcoming “Schwarzesmarken”, and obscurities like “Akane Maniax”

11:00am

11:00am

Do you have a collection of figures from your favorite show or game? Do you want to get into figure collecting? This panel will provide information about how to take care of and display collectible figures. Will also deal with how to locate and acquire rare items as well as an introduction to the collecting community as a whole.

11:00am

11:00am

"Consider this a privilege. You have been chosen. You are going to participate in a game. The Nonary Game. It is a game...where you will put your life on the line."

Thus began one of the most compelling, yet underrated game series in recent history: Zero Escape. This panel will discuss "9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors" and "Virtue's Last Reward," as well as the upcoming third installment in the series. Come on in and seek a way out!!

11:00am

Join us as we cover several of the talented composers in the anime business and the awesome music they make. We will look at several scenes from specific anime that each composer worked on that were elevated and turned from a great scene into an unforgettable one. We will also talk through brief backstories, interviews, and more!

11:30am

What’s the best way to translate something? Well, depends on the context! Come join J-Cubed as we discuss the trials and tribulations of Japanese to English translation, both the fun parts and not so fun parts. Our panelists have a background in fan subbing and fan translating visual novels, and will be discussing translation methods, the liberal vs. literal debate, and more!

12:00pm

12:00pm

From day to day, we all read manga like Naruto,One Piece, or even Tokyo Ghoul, but they all had to climb to the top before becoming mainstream. Come learn the trials and tribulations a manga artist must face in the industry.

12:00pm

Do you love Dragon Ball but cannot make heads or tails of the new series? Or did you hear something online about what Toriyama thinks or says about his creation and are not sure to take those statements as facts? Then come explore the many rumors and misconceptions of the Dragon Ball franchise, while also demystifying the new developments in the recent movies and series. We will read interviews, ask trivia, and answer your many questions to help you navigate the wonderful world of Dragon Ball.

12:30pm

12:30pm

For nearly three decades, the Final Fantasy series has given us dozens of memorable villains, but which are the best, which are the worst, and which are just plain strange? Join us as we debate the merits and shortcomings of some of the series’ most interesting bad guys.

12:30pm

Have you ever wanted to create your own cartoons or anime? This panel will show you some of the basics of animation principles as well as a few walkthroughs on several types of programs that allow you to create animations easily! We'll also show you how to get your series up and running, some ins and outs of hosting online, as well as networking tips and interacting with your fanbase!

1:00pm

15 talented students are trapped in their new high school with only their headmaster bear and one realistic motive to escape: to kill another student and get away with it. Can they resist said motive and HOPE for rescue or succumb to DESPAIR as they plot against each other? Come learn more as we take you through a brief introduction and discussion on the game series / anime!

1:00pm

Welcome to Death Weapon Meister Academy, a school for those wanting to serve Lord Death and keep the Kishins at bay while learning about their own abilities and how to embrace them. Enclosed you will find your syllabus and textbook for soul theory. Tardiness will not be tolerated.

1:30pm

1:30pm

DDR (Dance dance Revolution) and ITG (In The Groove) are no longer what they used to be back in 2007 and previous. Today you can win nationals and leave with only $500, back then you'd place 3rd and leave with $4000. Whether you're curious about what it was like, or want to jump in because you know exactly what I'm talking about, swing on by and let's have a blast from the past! Ran by Ryzen Xia of Rekless Krew L.A./Chicago.

1:30pm

Bring a partner and prepare to test your anime and convention vocabulary! Based on the original game show, this Pyramid will have you and your partner racing against the clock to guess anime/convention-related clues without giving the answer away! Participate in this game of glorified Taboo to win prizes!

1:30pm

1:30pm

The biggest online game out there needs a big time panel at Youmacon. We'll talk a little bit about everything. From pro scene to meta to solo queue as well as have a little fun with things like troll builds.

2:30pm

2:30pm

The most entertaining battles in anime and manga aren't fought with brawn but rather brains and these mediums have a tendency to take these battles to every logical or illogical extreme. From the goofy set-ups and tricks of Jojo to the blatant rule breaking of Yu-Gi-Oh, join us as we discuss the best and worst Mind Games of anime and manga and maybe even play a few of our own.

2:30pm

Want to know more about otome games and drama cds? Here is a panel where you can learn more or learn new stuff about it. There will be talks about Otomate games/cds and Rejet famous drama cds with dummy head mics. Series like Uta no prince sama, Norn9, Amnesia, and etc.

2:30pm

Do you think you know video games? Test out your knowledge in this video game themed jeopardy where you are the contestant! This panel will cover a wide array of topics stemming from game currency to famous video game quotes throughout history! Be sure to join us as there will be prizes for all participants!